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Many Thanks to those members that attended the annual General Membership Meeting on Sunday May 19th.

Outgoing Chairman Chris Dunn recapped the early portion of the 2019 spring season where our expanding player/coach skill development opportunities included our initial outdoor session with Sox Academy instructors. Saturday April 20 all DGYB teams ages 8-16 were on the field with Academy instructors for skill training. Feedback from those taking part has been very positive.

Chairman Dunn presented Development league president Chris MacKenna with a Life Time Achievement Award for his incredible and irreplaceable service to the community. Director MacKennas' contributions have changed youth baseball in our community forever. Too numerous to list here, a singular focus on keeping the player experience fun and parents engaged has led to strong participation that drives DGYB year after year.

Treasurer Jim Sharwarko presented an up to the minute financial recap.

Director Rob Rooney supervised an election of officers to the Executive Committee that includes a new Chairman of the Board Mr. James Tremmel. Many Thanks to Director Rooney.

Incoming Chairman Tremmel then presented outgoing Chairman Chris Dunn with a Lifetime Achievement Award for his outstanding leadership and commitment to excellence over a decade of selfless service. Chris will remain on the board as Director of Park District Relations.

Chairman Tremmel concluded the event with a pledge to continue the legacy of excellence that former Chairman Gelwicks, Sharwarko and Dunn have brought to the organization.

Please consider supporting your community by volunteering to serve the DGYB membership.

Thank You

DGYB Executive Committee

Click on the Spring Registration link to the right to register.  Players of all ages who register after February 28, 2019 will be assessed a $15 late registration fee.

NOTE: Registration for ages 6- 8 closed on February 28, 2019. Players seeking to register after that date will be wait-listed. Please contact development@dgyb.org to be wait-listed (please include the players name, dob, school and grade).

Registration is closed for ages 9-12. 

Registration is still open for ages 13-16.

To participate in spring ball, players must be 6 years old by August 31, 2019, and may not turn 17 before May 1, 2019. For ages 6-13, the baseball age is based on the player's age as of August 31, 2019.  For ages 14-16 Babe Ruth League follows the national organization age cutoff of April 30, 2019.

For fees see the Registration page, https://www.dgyb.org/page/show/1058094-registration

Some Dates for the 2019 Spring Season

Monday, April 1 Practice begins

Saturday, April 27 7:45 am to 9:00 am DGYB Parade, Main St. DG

Monday, May 13 Picture Day, Herrick Middle School

Friday, June 28  DGYB White Sox Outing

June 29- Last day of Instructional (ages 6 & 7) and Rookie League (age 8)

July 15- Last day of Youth League (ages 9-12) playoffs

In 2019 all new bats that bear the USABaseball licensing mark will be permissible for play in the DGYB Youth Leagues (A, AA, AAA). Barrels may have a diameter of 2 1/4 inches to 2 5/8 inches.

Bats that were previously allowable in DGYB Youth Leagues with diameters limited to 2 1/4 inches will still be permissible in 2019.

Bat rules for Babe Ruth (Ages 13-16) allow bats marked with the USABaseball mark or "BBCOR .50" mark, limited to 2 5/8 barrel diameter.

If you have questions email info@dgyb.org

Please click on the link below. Youths must be at least 12 years old as of April 30, 2019 to umpire in DGYB. We will provide training. There are a limited number of spots so register soon. Returning umpires are also asked to register.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER:

https://dgyb.sportngin.com/register/form/367412585